THE PRIME Minister Boris Johnson has tested positive for COVID-19.

After experiencing symptoms, the leader said he was advised to take a take which came back positive.

In a video on his Twitter account, Mr Johnson said he had developed a temperature and a persistent cough.

He added: “I’m working from home and self-isolating and that’s entirely the right thing to do.

“But, be in no doubt that I can continue thanks to the wizardry of modern technology to communicate with all my top team to lead the national fightback against coronavirus.

“I want to thank everybody involved and, of course, our amazing NHS staff.”

A Downing Street spokeswoman said: “After experiencing mild symptoms yesterday, the Prime Minister was tested for coronavirus on the personal advice of England’s Chief Medical Officer, Professor Chris Whitty.

“The test was carried out in No 10 by NHS staff and the result of the test was positive.

“In keeping with the guidance, the Prime Minister is self-isolating in Downing Street.

“He is continuing to lead the government’s response to coronavirus.”

Labour deputy leadership frontrunner Angela Rayner has also said she is self-isolating after developing coronavirus symptoms.

She tweeted: “I am now in self isolation as l have the symptoms of #Coronavirus they started last night and have gradually got worse.

“I will be a bit quieter than usual but will still be keeping in touch with people as best as l can.

“#KeepSafe everybody and remember #StayHomeSaveLives.”

A number of politicians took to Twitter to wish the Prime Minister a full recovery.

Shadow home secretary Diane Abbott tweeted: “I don’t wish anyone ill. I wish the Prime Minister a speedy recovery. I hope everyone in coming days gets the care and medical attention they need.”

Nigel Farage posted: “Wishing @BorisJohnson well and a very rapid recovery.”

And former chancellor Sajid Javid replied: “Get well soon. Sending you best wishes from Javid family and Bailey.”